Bronwyn Dennis, kaimanaaki Waikato, joined Pinnacle in March 2024. This role is designed to be a navigator of manaakitanga, building trusting relationships with iwi, mana whenua and whānau and is modelled on aroha, values and respect.

When Rongomaiwahine Iwi Trust and Pinnacle signed a formal agreement in February to promote the iwi’s hauora ora aspirations in the community it felt historic.

The success of a marae-based health clinic at Mangatoatoa Pā, just inside the King Country boundary near the banks of the Pūniu River, shows the power of collaboration.

Lana Reed makes dreams come true. Part of the Pinnacle Tairāwhiti care coordinator’s job is to equip individuals with the tools they need to live healthy and fulfilling lives.

Taupō Medical Centre’s Jean Chegwidden followed the leader when she decided to become a nurse.

Mention the word retirement to Sally Davies and she quickly responds by saying she is still working a day a week but come December that will be it.

Pinnacle was a prominent contributor to the RNZCGP conference participating in several presentations and panel discussions. Congratulations to Dr Dave Maplesden on his Distinguished Fellowship and to Dr Hayley Scott who received the Eric Elder Medal.

This week we are announcing a strategic partnership between Pinnacle Incorporated and K'aute Pasifika, forming a new venture named Fatu Lalaga. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our shared commitment to provide excellent and equitable healthcare for Pacific, Māori, and priority populations.

Youth Week recognise the youth workers, youth service providers and others working with and for rangatahi. We'd like to say ngā mihi nui to our team doing the mahi, supporting rangatahi to enhance their wellbeing, resilience, readiness to learn, and academic success.

World Family Doctor Day, on Sunday 19 May, is an occasion to highlight the intrinsic connection between the health of our planet and the wellbeing of our patients, emphasising the critical role primary healthcare can play in promoting sustainable health practices. We hope you enjoy this quick video message from our clinical director, Dr Jo Scott-Jones.